Sector Leader - Life Science

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the practice’s strategic plan aligned with corporate goals.
• Establish design standards, best practices, and quality benchmarks for life science projects.
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and innovation.
• Develop and implement a design vision that aligns with the biotech company’s mission to accelerate scientific breakthroughs.
• Establish best practices for facility design that optimize flexibility, scalability, and sustainability for biotech operations.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in cell and gene therapy, biologics manufacturing, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external collaborators to deliver world-class biotech facilities.
• Lead design proposals for new labs, pilot plants, and GMP manufacturing spaces tailored to biotech needs.
• Represent the company at biotech industry forums and thought leadership events.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to expand market share in the life sciences sector.
• Collaborate with business development teams to identify opportunities and lead proposal efforts.
• Represent the practice at industry conferences, events, and thought leadership forums.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive market strategy with the Science and Technology team for the life sciences sector aligned with corporate objectives.
• Identify emerging trends, technologies, and regulatory changes to position the company as an industry leader.
• Define target markets, service offerings, and go-to-market strategies to drive revenue growth.

  Technical Excellence & Project Delivery

  • Oversee design execution for complex biotech facilities, ensuring compliance with GMP, FDA, EMA, and global standards.
  • Integrate advanced technologies such as modular cleanrooms, single-use systems, and digital design tools (BIM).
  • Ensure designs support innovation, operational efficiency, and rapid scale-up for clinical and commercial production.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to design teams across architecture, engineering, and process disciplines.
  • Ensure projects meet client expectations for functionality, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in life sciences facility design, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Deep knowledge of GMP, FDA, EMA, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Exceptional business development, client relationship, and strategic planning skills.

  Preferred Skills

  • Experience with advanced technologies such as modular design, cleanroom systems, and sustainability practices.
  • Familiarity with digital design tools (BIM, Revit) and data-driven design approaches.
  • Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
  • Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device sectors.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills for executive-level engagement.